Una's Cheddar Beer Bread

Recipe View Prepare: Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans to prevent sticking. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View Infuse: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, gently warm the lager. Stir in the milk and 2 tablespoons of margarine until melted and well combined. Transfer the mixture to your bread machine pan. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View Combine: Pour in the flour, creating a well in the center. Add salt to one side of the flour mound. In the well, incorporate the sugar and yeast. Sprinkle the pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, marjoram, and basil over the mixture. Initiate the dough cycle on your bread machine. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View Incorporate Cheese: While the dough is mixing, slice the cheddar cheese into pea-sized crumbles. Gradually add the cheese crumbles as the dough forms a sticky ball. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View Adjust Consistency: Observe the dough’s texture. It should remain soft and somewhat sticky as the cycle progresses. If the dough appears too dry, introduce a splash of milk to achieve the desired consistency. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View First Rise: Once the dough cycle is complete, gently punch down the dough and divide it equally into the prepared loaf pans. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for approximately 45 to 60 minutes, or until doubled in size. (Prep time: 60 minutes)

Recipe View Bake: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Prep time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View Bake: Bake the loaves for 1 hour, or until they are beautifully golden brown and produce a hollow sound when tapped. (Prep time: 60 minutes)

Recipe View Cool and Finish: Immediately remove the loaves from the pans and place them on a cooling rack. Generously brush the tops with melted margarine for added richness and a glossy finish. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and serving. (Prep time: 10 minutes)